Nestlé delivers key additional finances for Maui disaster fund
Hawaiian Host Group, along with the NCA, is offering support for Maui in the wake of major wildfires. Pic: Hawaiian Host
Nestlé has moved across its US operations to provide immediate financial and long-term relief efforts through in-kind and monetary donations to support Maui, in the wake of devastating wildfires impacting the island this month.
The company has committed a $175,000 donation benefitting the Hawaii Community Foundation’s Maui Strong Fund, which will help support the evolving needs of those impacted, such as providing shelter, food, and financial assistance.
“We are devastated for the people of Lahaina, Maui and Hawaii, who are currently facing an incomprehensible level of loss in the aftermath of last week’s deadly wildfires,” said Steve Presley, CEO of Nestlé North America. “Supporting the communities we serve is part of who we are at Nestlé. We know that the journey to recovery will be a long one, and our teams are continuing to work with our partners to support the people, pets and communities on the ground.”
All business divisions of Nestlé USA have mobilised to contribute funds to the donation, as the impact of the Maui wildfires is still being counted – leaving in the region of 100 people dead.
The company is also leveraging its internal giving platform to match up to $25,000 of voluntary donations from employees, which will directly support organisations providing emergency shelter, supplies, food, water, and recovery efforts, including The American Red Cross, the Hawaii Community Foundation Maui Strong Fund, and the Maui Food Bank.